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Struggling with training for fuel delivery

Discussion in 'Tanker, Bulk and Dump Trucking Forum' started by merlensbox, Apr 23, 2017.

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  1. Apr 23, 2017 #11
    noluck

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    I am talking about new to trucking! Not just new to fuel hauling!
     
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  3. Apr 23, 2017 #12
    merlensbox

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    ###### noluck you nailed it. I have not brought my A game. I am a lazy complacent dirtbag who is used to just learning things fast with minimal effort. i have brought a willingness to learn, but i haven't brought the drive to put in the homework to know this process inside and out without having to think about it. thank you.
     
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  4. Apr 23, 2017 #13
    pattyj

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    OK that's what I thought.I use to haul petroleum the bucket isn't as important as making sure you shut off the valve and programming the correct fuel and amount.
     
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  5. Apr 23, 2017 #14
    noluck

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    Don't know about dirt bag! But if you want it bad enough you're gonna have to earn it. And if you do want it, you won't mind doing what it takes to get there.
    Keep up the good fight! And strive to be the best at whatever path you choose!
     
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  7. Apr 23, 2017 #15
    pattyj

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    Well who says those exp guys weren't new to trucking.The entire industry is dangerous.The OP is trying and wants to get it right so give him a chance.
     
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  8. Apr 23, 2017 #16
    noluck

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    It's not up to me to give him the chance. There are segments of this industry that are more inherently dangerous than others. I think 9,000 gallons of high test is a little more dangerous than say 24 pallets of water. It's kinda like playing your first tee ball game and getting called up to the majors.
     
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  9. Apr 23, 2017 #17
    merlensbox

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    I write acceptable because I know there is always room to improve. but i have kept my record clean and I have stayed busy in this profession these last 5 years, so that's something. I am out in Arizona and these stations are probably not as hectic as in your area. but they get a little tight during peak hours.

    At the rack nothing gets overlooked i double and triple check check everything and any question i have I verify before flow begins even if its something i know i just checked i check it again. stress level high but gets slightly lower with each success. system is solid there.

    There are more steps, at the station but it is repetitive once hoses are connected, and i haven't got my system fully down yet. I am close. my focus when i get back will be physically double checking everything before flow starts. a habit that i should have already. it is frustrating that i almost started flow without checking. (I was double hosing and left mid task to change compartment). keeping on task until complete will be my focus as well.

    who am i kidding i have to be hyper focused on all of it. oi yoi yoi focus focus focus.
     
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  10. Apr 23, 2017 #18
    Ricco1689

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    Defiantly something. Starting off I went through it too. Thinking one misstep will blow the terminal sky high. In a few months you'll be in and out of the places like you own em. Where i'm at, some of these racks are so old and broke down i'm amazed they still function.

    I think the worst is behind you once you F up a drop. Try dumping LSD in a premium tank..my F'n heart stopped when I saw the fitting glass with a blueish color to it. Thought I'd be canned too but at least I had the presence of mind to run in there and stop the pumps. All because I wasn't paying attention. Company told me take tomorrow off and come back to work. Focus is key, keep your head in the game and you'll be alright.
     
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  11. Apr 23, 2017 #19
    Inthedark

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    A good trainer can explain things in a manner where you can remember and relate the conversation to the task. Some people can explain things without conveying the message at all. Then you walk away more confused than ever.

    You may have to do something to help yourself with the process. By all means don't give up, and get down on yourself.
     
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  12. Apr 23, 2017 #20
    REO6205

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    You'll get the hang of it. You already know what you're doing wrong and that's a big step.

    Next time you're discouraged just stop and think about all the tanker drivers you've seen. Some of them are probably dumber than you are, maybe a lot of them are, and they eventually caught on to the right way of doing things. If they can do it, you can do it.

    And I agree with all the other posters who said that focus is necessary. Bring all of yourself to the task at hand.
     
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